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On the recordNovember 20, 2023
The Western Shoshone Defense Project (WSDP) firmly opposes the Mining Regulatory Clarity Act, which represents an unprecedented giveaway of public lands to mining corporations.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva opposes a bill that would allow mining companies extensive rights to public lands.

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